RTÉ in Ireland says it will broadcast the Father Ted Eurovision-themed episode “A Song For Europe” on Saturday rather than airing the Eurovision Song Contest. Multiple outlets report that RTÉ’s decision is linked to Ireland’s boycott of the competition over Israel’s inclusion, which RTÉ frames as a protest. The sitcom episode, first aired in 1996, features characters Father Ted and Father Dougal entering the “Eurosong” contest as a parody of Eurovision. Some coverage also notes public controversy around the move, including claims of antisemitism directed at RTÉ, and references to criticism from Father Ted creator Graham Linehan. Other reporting places Ireland’s action in a broader context of countries taking similar steps: BreakingNews.ie says Spain and Slovenia do not compete or broadcast the contest, while the Netherlands and Iceland also refuse to send acts. Altogether, the sources agree on the key elements: RTÉ’s planned scheduling of “A Song For Europe,” Ireland’s boycott of Eurovision, and the protest rationale connected to Israel’s participation, alongside wider examples of other countries opting out or refusing to participate.